Quorn, Australia

South Australia · Australia

Quorn is a small town in South Australia, Australia with a population of 1,232. Elevation: 978 ft (298 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

1,232 Population 2/sq mi density
978 ft Elevation 298 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
14.1 in Annual Rain
Australia / Adelaide Timezone

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About Quorn

Quorn

Quorn is a small town and railhead in the Flinders Ranges region in the north of South Australia, 39 kilometres (24 mi) northeast of Port Augusta. Situated on the traditional lands of the Nukunu people, the town now lies within the Flinders Ranges Council local government area. It is in the state electoral district of Giles and the federal Division of Grey. With its picturesque setting and heritage-listed buildings, the town is known for tourism and as a filming location, as well as being the terminus of the Pichi Richi Railway.

People

Population1,232
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain14.1 in/yr
Elevation978 ft (298 m)
Population1,232
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation978 ft (298 m)
Coordinates-32.3468°, 138.0418°
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceSouth Australia
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation14.1 inches (358 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Quorn

Quorn is a small town in Australia (South Australia) with a population of 1,232. The city sits at an elevation of 978 feet (298 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.1 inches. The timezone is Australia/Adelaide.

Quorn enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 46°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 14.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 978 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 46°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average58.7°F
9% above Australia avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)

Geography

Elevation978 ft (298 m)
Area506.1 sq mi (1,310.7 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates32.3468°S, 138.0418°E
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 14.1"
63% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 1.57"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.75"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

49 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M4.3 on Feb 8, 2025.

Mar 22, 2023 60 km ENE of Peterborough, Australia M4.9 146 km
Jan 11, 2025 74 km ENE of Quorn, Australia M4.9 74 km
May 3, 1997 32 km WNW of Burra, Australia M4.8 142 km
Jan 26, 2009 25 km NE of Peterborough, Australia M4.6 103 km
Apr 29, 2014 68 km ENE of Peterborough, Australia M4.6 149 km
Oct 15, 2011 73 km E of Quorn, Australia M4.6 73 km
Feb 8, 2025 83 km NE of Quorn, Australia M4.3 83 km
Apr 17, 2024 8 km ENE of Jamestown, Australia M4.3 111 km
Nov 13, 1995 30 km E of Quorn, Australia M4.2 31 km
Aug 18, 1999 24 km W of Peterborough, Australia M4.2 83 km
Jul 30, 2010 21 km NNE of Quorn, Australia M4.2 21 km
Sep 4, 2011 16 km SW of Peterborough, Australia M4.1 103 km
Jun 14, 2001 56 km N of Quorn, Australia M4.1 57 km
Mar 5, 1997 40 km NNE of Burra, Australia M4.0 150 km
Apr 24, 2017 29 km ENE of Quorn, Australia M4.0 30 km
Jul 7, 2006 123 km NNE of Quorn, Australia M4.0 123 km
Oct 3, 2002 65 km NNE of Quorn, Australia M3.8 65 km
Dec 3, 1990 140 km NE of Quorn, Australia M3.8 141 km
Nov 29, 1991 75 km N of Quorn, Australia M3.7 76 km
Dec 17, 1992 1 km SE of Peterborough, Australia M3.5 103 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 0.9 in
February 77°F (25°C) 0.9 in Warmest
March 72°F (22°C) 0.8 in Driest
April 64°F (18°C) 0.8 in
May 57°F (14°C) 1.3 in
June 51°F (11°C) 1.5 in
July 46°F (8°C) 1.6 in Coldest, Wettest
August 52°F (11°C) 1.5 in
September 57°F (14°C) 1.4 in
October 63°F (17°C) 1.5 in
November 68°F (20°C) 1.0 in
December 73°F (23°C) 0.9 in

Quorn has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 46°F in July to 77°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 14.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (1.6") and March the driest (0.8").

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Schools in Quorn

1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Quorn Area School - - - -
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Hotels in Quorn

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Great Northern Lodge

Cafes in Quorn

5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Emily's Bistro
Michie's Kitchen
Quandong Cafe
Quorn Cafe
Teas on the Terrace

Train Stations in Quorn

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Old Willows

Gas Stations in Quorn

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

AU #5078118322

Golf Courses in Quorn

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Quorn Golf Club

Breweries in Quorn

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
The Old Willows Brewery Restaurant

Airports Near Quorn

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Port Augusta AirportPUGMedium Airport
Whyalla AirportWYAMedium Airport
Booleroo Centre Airport-Small Airport
Carrieton Airport-Small Airport
El Alamein Landing-Small Airport
Orroroo Airport-Small Airport
Quorn Airport-Small Airport
Rawnsley Park Airport-Small Airport
Stirling North/Flinders Field Airport-Small Airport
WILMINGTON RESIDENTIAL AIRPARK-Small Airport
Wilpena Pound AirportHWKSmall Airport

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Meteorites
6
Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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Waterfalls
3
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Meteorites Near Quorn

6 meteorite landings recorded by NASA found near Quorn.

Name Year Description
Nilpena 1975
Snake Bore 1975
Brachina 1974
Commodore 1972
Motpena (b) 1972
Motpena (a) 1968

Waterfalls Near Quorn

3 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Quorn.

Name Description
Glenora Falls
Kanalla Falls
Malloga Waterfall

Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Adelaide

🇦🇺 About Australia

Capital Canberra
Population 24,992,369
Area 7,686,850 km²
GDP (USD) $1,734,451,264,656
GDP per capita $65,058
HDI 0.946
Life expectancy 83.1 years
Internet users 97.1%
Urban population 87.5%
Currency AUD (Dollar)
Languages English
Calling code +61
TLD .au
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Australia

25 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 26 Australia Day Australia Day
Mar 2 Labour Day Labour Day
Mar 9 Adelaide Cup Day Adelaide Cup Day
Mar 9 Canberra Day Canberra Day
Mar 9 Eight Hours Day Eight Hours Day
Mar 9 Labour Day Labour Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Easter Eve
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 25 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
May 4 Labour Day Labour Day
May 4 May Day May Day
Jun 1 Reconciliation Day Reconciliation Day
Jun 1 Western Australia Day Western Australia Day
Jun 8 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Aug 3 Picnic Day Picnic Day
Sep 28 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 3 Melbourne Cup Melbourne Cup
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Quorn

What is the population of Quorn?

Quorn has a population of 1,232 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 506.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Quorn?

Quorn enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 14.1 inches.

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